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One Hand Run

Have each child hold the parachute with one hand-with the opposite arm extended straight out for balance. Run clockwise in one direction.

Number Dive

You need a few number cards for this game. Everyone stands up and holds the parachute. Place the number cards.

Number Switch

You need a large parachute for this activity. Depending on the amount of children playing, going around the circle, number the children..

Name Game (Parachute)

As the song is sung, have children raise the parachute above their heads.When a child’s name is called – they run.

Merry Go Round

A simple game, but can really get kids moving and having to listen to directions. The students will move in.

Hot Dog

Give everyone one of 4 names (e.g. hot dog, relish, mustard, ketchup). Call out one name. All the campers with.

Going to the Hair Stylist

1. Have children hold the edges of the parachute-with one child sitting under it.2. On signal, the children pull back.

Fruit Salad

Each player is given the name of a fruit such as pear, apple, or strawberry. When the facilitator calls out.

Fleas

Need several small balls such as plastic balls, tennis balls, or ping pong balls. Put the fleas (balls) on the parachute.

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